Follow us for real advice on how to build an epic workplace culture! If you put culture first, everything else will follow! Things like: great service, high quality, team engagement etc all fall into place if you put culture first! Bernard Powell is the founder of Premier Group International. Winners of the IBM kenexa Best Workplace competition 2 years running! Also winners of the Westpac service excellence award! Bernard loves to share his award winning tips on how to build an epic workplace culture and more! Tune in for lots of great business advice, motivation and inspiration!
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August 17, 20252 min
The sales mastery mindset!
Sales Mastery MindsetSales success starts in your head, not your script. In this episode, Bernard Powell reveals the mindset shifts, daily habits, and inner game that separate top performers from the rest. Learn how to build unshakable confidence, handle rejection like a pro, and shift from “selling” to “serving” to unlock record-breaking results.
July 14, 20253 min
Sales is everyone's responsibility!
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June 30, 20258 min
Marketing vs Sales!
Marketing vs Sales!
June 6, 20258 min
STOP! And Fix What Bugs You – How Lean Thinking Can Transform Your Life
In this episode, Bernard Powell breaks down one of the simplest yet most powerful habits for transforming your life and business: stopping to fix what bugs you.
From wasted time and frustration to inefficient processes and daily stressors—everything in life is a process, and most processes are full of waste. But you don’t have to keep struggling. Bernard shows you how to spot inefficiencies, take quick action, and build unstoppable momentum through daily micro-improvements.
🎯 Learn why most people stay stuck in survival mode
🔧 Discover how “2-second improvements” can create massive results
⚡ Hear how to apply lean thinking in your personal and professional life
💥 And walk away with practical steps to start living your best, leanest life today
The best life is a continually improving life. Let’s gooo!
\#LeanLife #FixWhatBugsYou #HighPerformance #LifeByDesign #ContinuousImprovement
February 18, 202511 min
Feeling Overwhelmed?! Let me show you the ABC123 Secret to Crushing Your Day!
🚀 Feeling Overwhelmed? Let Me Show You the ABC123 Secret to Crushing Your Day!
You’ve got a mile-long to-do list, meetings stacked back-to-back, and emails screaming for attention. Sound familiar? That used to be me too—always busy, but never really moving the needle. Then I discovered the ABC123 time management technique, and everything changed. 🔥
This simple system is like rocket fuel for your productivity:
🅰️ A Tasks = Must-dos. The big-ticket items that truly matter.
🅱️ B Tasks = Should-dos. Important, but not urgent.
🆗 C Tasks = Could-dos. Nice-to-haves that won’t derail your progress.
Once you’ve prioritized, you sequence them: A-1, A-2, A-3, and so on. Then you attack your A-1 task like it’s the only thing that matters—because it is! 💥
Here’s why this works:
✅ Cuts through the chaos.
⚡ Builds momentum by focusing on high-value tasks.
🧘 Simplifies your day so you can focus on what really matters.
Imagine starting your day with clarity, smashing your top priorities, and finishing with time to spare. That’s the power of ABC123. 🙌
Ready to Simplify and Prioritize?
🚫 Stop letting your to-do list run your life.
💪 Start running it instead.
We’ve created the Ultimate Life Planner 🗓️ to help you implement the ABC123 system and design your best life. It’s packed with tools to keep you focused, productive, and in control.
👉 Grab your planner today at www.premierbusinessacademy.co.nz.
What’s your A-1 task for today? 💡 Commit to it, conquer it, and share your wins below—I’d love to celebrate with you! 🎉
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#TimeManagement #ProductivityTips #LeadershipDevelopment #GoalSetting #Entrepreneurship #WorkSmartNotHard #PersonalDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #EfficiencyMatters #SuccessMindset #ProfessionalGrowth #GetOrganized
February 11, 202510 min
The Secret weapon for explosive business growth!
**"The Secret Weapon for Explosive Business Growth!"**
### **Episode Description:**
Want to grow your business FAST? There’s a secret weapon most business owners overlook—and today, I’m revealing it! In this episode, I’ll break down the powerful strategy that can take your business from surviving to thriving in record time.
You’ll learn:
✅ The #1 mistake that’s keeping you stuck
✅ The secret weapon top-performing businesses use to scale FAST
✅ A step-by-step strategy to implement it TODAY
If you’re ready to supercharge your success, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss! Hit play now and let’s unlock the next level of your business growth!
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January 15, 20258 min
The time tracking secret that will transform your productivity!
🎯 **Want to Work Smarter, Not Harder? Here’s the Secret:**
We all start the day with a perfect plan:
✅ Time-blocked schedules.
✅ Clear priorities.
✅ Big goals ready to crush.
But by 3 PM, what happens?
- That “quick” email took an hour.
- Distractions ate up your focus.
- Tasks ran over their time slots.
Sound familiar? That’s because *time blocking* alone isn’t enough. The real game-changer? **Tracking your actual time versus your planned time.**
Here’s what happens when you do:
👉 You stop overloading your schedule because you know how long tasks *really* take.
👉 You identify time leaks and eliminate them (goodbye, distractions!).
👉 You discover your peak productivity hours and use them to focus on high-value tasks.
👉 You create plans that actually work—and stick to them.
💡 **Pro Tip:** Use tools that make it easy. My favorite? The [Ultimate Life Planner](https://www.premierbusinessacademy.co.nz) from Premier Business Academy. It’s a game-changer for tracking time, reviewing progress, and refining your plans.
### **The Challenge**
For one week, track your *actual* time. Compare it to your planned schedule. Reflect and adjust.
Then ask yourself:
- What surprised you?
- What did you change?
- How much better do you feel?
Let’s share insights and grow together! Drop your biggest takeaways in the comments. Let’s dominate 2025 with smarter planning, better focus, and more wins.
#TimeManagement #Productivity #Leadership #UltimateLifePlanner #PremierBusinessAcademy
January 13, 202510 min
How to use time blocking to transform your life!
⏰ **Why Time Blocking is the Secret to Getting Ahead in Life** 🚀
Feeling overwhelmed by endless to-do lists, constant notifications, and the pressure to balance work, family, and personal growth? You’re not alone. But what if I told you the key to success isn’t working harder—it’s working smarter?
Enter **time blocking**, the ultimate productivity hack used by some of the world’s most successful people. 💡
Here’s why time blocking could be a game-changer for YOU:
✅ **Laser Focus:** Stop multitasking and tackle one task at a time with precision.
✅ **Max Productivity:** Prioritize the important stuff and crush procrastination.
✅ **Stress-Free Planning:** Know exactly when and how you’ll get things done.
✅ **Work-Life Balance:** Schedule time for work, family, and YOU.
✅ **Energy Boost:** Align tasks with your energy peaks for maximum efficiency.
✅ **Accountability:** Make a promise to yourself—and keep it.
🎯 **How to Start:**
1️⃣ Plan your day in advance.
2️⃣ Prioritize tasks that move the needle.
3️⃣ Stick to your time blocks like an appointment with success!
Imagine dedicating just 2 hours a day to that big goal—like writing a book, growing your business, or leveling up your career. 💼 Over time, consistent effort leads to unstoppable momentum.
⏳ **Your Time = Your Power.**
Ready to take control of your day and design your best year yet? Start by mastering time blocking—it’s not just a habit; it’s a lifestyle.
🎉 BONUS: Want to make time blocking even easier? Grab the **Ultimate Life Planner** from Premier Business Academy NOW before the year gets too old! 👉 [www.premierbusinessacademy.co.nz](http://www.premierbusinessacademy.co.nz)
📢 What’s YOUR secret to staying productive? Drop your tips in the comments below—I’d love to hear them! 💬
#Productivity #TimeManagement #Leadership #Success #LifePlanner #PremierBusinessAcademy
November 27, 202413 min
High Performance Habits and tips!
How to live your best life! A life of continuous improvement!
February 7, 20244 min
Is it a good idea to incentivize lean?
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